220427-N-XK047-1002 PACIFIC OCEAN (April 27, 2022) – Sailors prepare to be lowered in a rigid-hull inflatable boat (RHIB) aboard amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), April 27. RHIBs are used for security, personnel transfer and for man overboard recovery. Makin Island is underway conducting routine operations in 3rd Fleet.

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